The Oyster Box Umhlanga

The Oyster Box

Hotel The Oyster Box 5 class

Umhlanga, 2 Lighthouse Road, Umhlanga Rocks

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Overlooking the Umhlanga Lighthouse and Indian Ocean, Oyster Box Hotel offers an outdoor infinity pool and an expansive spa along with free Wi-Fi. Gateway Shopping Centre is 2 km away.

The rooms at the 5-star Oyster Box are decorated with rich fabrics and furnishings. They include satellite TV, a lounge area and a tea/coffee maker. In addition, the villas have a private patio and plunge pool.

The Ocean Terraces Restaurant offers fine dining and overlooks the Indian Ocean, while the Grill Bar serves premium steaks and refreshing drinks.

Guests can work out with cardiovascular equipment at the gym, followed by a soothing massage by one of the onsite experts.

The Oyster is 3 km from Umhlanga Rocks shops and cafés. Free private parking is available.

Rooms: 86
Rate: 2686 - 16047 ZAR
Hotel chain: Red Carnation Hotels


Hotel Facilities

General:   Parking, Restaurant, Pets Allowed, Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Garden, Terrace, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Free Parking, Elevator, Safety Deposit Box, Valet Parking, Heating, Luggage Storage, Shops in Hotel, Gay Friendly, Breakfast Buffet, Air Conditioning, Designated Smoking Area, Restaurant (à la carte), Restaurant (buffet), Sun Terrace
Activities:   Sauna, Fitness Centre, Spa & Wellness Centre, Massage, Children's Playground, Library, Turkish/Steam Bath, Hammam, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Outdoor Swimming Pool (all year)
Services:   Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Centre, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, VIP Room Facilities, Breakfast in the Room, Ironing Service, Bridal Suite, Internet Services, Currency Exchange, Souvenirs/Gift Shop, Shoe Shine, Packed Lunches, Fax/Photocopying, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included, Concierge Service, Shuttle Service (free), Shuttle Service (surcharge), Special Diet Menus (on request)

Travel information

From Durban International Airport:

- From the airport, travel north and follow N2 Stanger signs for approximately 30 km to the M41 Umhlanga / Mt Edgecombe turnoff;
- At the traffic lights, turn right over the bridge and continue on M41 for approximately 1 km;
- Take M12 Umhlanga Rocks Drive off-ramp, turn left at traffic lights and follow M12 Umhlanga Rocks Drive for approximately 4 km, until reaching Umhlanga Village;
- Travel down Lighthouse Road towards the lighthouse;
- The Oyster Box Hotel is on the right.

From the North Coast:

- Travel along the N2 South. Take the M41 Umhlanga/Mt Edgecombe turnoff;
- At traffic lights, turn left and continue on M41 for approximately 1 km;
- Take M12 Umhlanga Rocks Drive off-ramp, turn left at traffic lights and follow M12 Umhlanga Rocks Drive for approximately 4 km, until reaching Umhlanga Village;
- Travel down Lighthouse Road towards the lighthouse;
- The Oyster Box Hotel is on the right.

From N3 and Johannesburg:

- From N3 Southbound, travel approximately 2 km past the Pavilion Shopping Centre until you approach the Four Level Interchange 165 (Spaghetti Junction);
- Take the North Coast N2 Stanger left off-ramp and travel on the N2 for approximately 15 km;
- Take the M41 Umhlanga / Mt Edgecombe turnoff;
- At traffic lights, turn right over the bridge and continue on M41 for approximately 1 km;
- Take M12 Umhlanga Rocks Drive offramp, turn left at traffic lights and follow M12 Umhlanga Rocks Drive for approximately 4 km, until reaching Umhlanga Village;
- Travel down Lighthouse Road towards the lighthouse;
- The Oyster Box is on the right.

Directions from the King Shaka Airport:

- Exit out the airport to the left onto the R102, proceed on the R102 until the Umhlanga Ridge off-ramp;
- Take the Umhlanga Ridge off-ramp and turn left (this will be onto Umhlanga Rocks Drive);
- Keep on the right lane and pass the MacDonald’s and the Umhlanga Hospital, which is on the left;
- At the second traffic circle, go around it and come down towards the sea on Lighthouse Road;
- Drive all the way down the hill . At the four-way stop, take the right fork and the entrance to The Oyster Box is on the right.

Hotel Policies

Check In:   14:00
Check Out:   11:00
Cancellation Policy:   Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 7 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled up to 6 days before date of arrival, 25 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled up to 5 days before date of arrival, 50 percent of all nights will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.

Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children from 0 to 3 years stay free of charge for cots.
All children from 4 to 13 years stay free of charge for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.

Deposit Policy: 100 percent of the first night will be charged on the day of booking and is refundable.

VAT and city/tourist taxes: 14 % VAT is included.
Service charge is not applicable.
1 % city/tourist tax per room per night is not included.

Internet: Wi-fi is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge.

Meal Plan: Buffet breakfast is included in the room rate.

Parking: Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Pets: Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.


The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Accepted credit cards:   American Express, Diners Club, Euro/Mastercard, Visa
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